Powell stays out of 1996 politics despite GOP push
In Washington Powell reiterates he will not pursue a political run as Republicans press him. He tells supporters it would be easier if the requests ended. Mayors and party figures, including Hempstead’s James Garner, honor Powell at a dinner while he cites global shifts seen during his service under Reagan and as Joint Chiefs chair.
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Marines suspend nonessential flights for 48 hours
Marine Corps Commandant Gen Charles Krulak orders a 48 hour halt on non essential flights as maintenance and operational procedures are reviewed after Harrier crashes near Yuma AZ. Spokesman Capt T W Johnson cited the review but said no direct link to recent incidents was shown yet.
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Mass ceremony ties 165 gay and lesbian couples in San Francisco
In a historic rite at City Hall Mayor Willie Brown presided over 165 same-sex couples in a symbolic mass ceremony to recognize domestic partnerships. The city ordinance allows couples to register for a $30 fee, granting limited rights and hospital visitation. Participants ranged from long-term partners to city officials, doctors, and police, signaling a political statement and personal commitment amid state and national debates on same-sex unions.
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Supreme Court to review English only laws and tax on punitive damages
The Supreme Court agreed to hear whether states may enact official English laws affecting government actions and whether punitive damages in a personal injury case are taxable. The Arizona case centers on an 1988 amendment while a Kansas case tests tax exemption for damages from a toxic shock death. Betty O Gilvie died in 1983 and her family sued International Playtex.
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FDA approves nicotine nasal spray Nicotrol for smoking cessation
The FDA approves a prescription nicotine nasal spray, Nicotrol, showing about a 25 percent quit rate at one year in trials of 700+ patients, with 13 percent quitting on placebo. The spray delivers nicotine quickly and is seen as comparable to gum and patch. A cautious six month use limit is advised due to addiction risk, plus required postmarket surveillance.
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Whitewater accuser Hale sentenced for loan fraud
David Hale, who aided the Whitewater inquiry, was sentenced in Little Rock to 28 months in prison after pleading guilty to felony mail fraud and conspiracy. He apologized to family and Arkansas, and received three years of supervised release and a $10,000 fine. Hale cooperated with investigators and is expected to testify against Gov. Jim Guy Tucker and the McDougals in related cases.
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TV chat lineup and online appearances on Prodigy AOL and more
Tribune listing highlights online chats with Marc Weiner Darren Star Angus Young George Carlin Camille Paglia Ann Magnuson and Burt Ward across Prodigy AOL ABC Style Channel SonicNet and Spin Online. Each talk covers career insights and current projects with evening times from 7 to 9 pm.
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Braveheart Best Picture Question Stirs Academy Debate
A public discussion questions Braveheart for Best Picture honors. Critics weigh historical drama factors, Scarlett and Mel Gibson performances, and competition from other nominees as voting season continues.
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